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Great Woodswallow
Artamus maximus
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Least Concern
Wingspan
31.7 cm
Weight
60.5 g
Family
Artamidae
Order
Passeriformes
Physical Description
| Measurement | Value | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Wingspan | 31.7 cm | 12.5 in |
| Weight | 60.5 g | 2.13 oz |
Habitat & Range
Conservation Status
Least Concern
IUCN Red List
Behavior & Breeding
Nesting
Nest type: CP.
Taxonomy
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Aves |
| Order | Passeriformes (Songbirds) |
| Family | Artamidae (Woodswallows) |
| Genus | Artamus |
| Species | Artamus maximus |
Distribution
Great Woodswallow has been recorded in 1 countries.
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Present
Not recorded
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External Databases
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Great Woodswallow endangered?
The Great Woodswallow has a conservation status of Least Concern.
How does the Great Woodswallow nest?
Nest type: CP.
How big is the Great Woodswallow?
The Great Woodswallow has a wingspan of 31.7 cm, weight of 60.5 g.
What order and family does the Great Woodswallow belong to?
The Great Woodswallow (Artamus maximus) belongs to the order Passeriformes and the family Artamidae.
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